Saturday, June 27

Our evening program began with a half-hour concert by The Browns, Le Mars, Iowa.

They are without a doubt one of my favorite gospel music groups, and I love when they add an Irish lilt to their songs.

We had a great crowd for a cool, rainy evening.

Two brothers, a sister, and their mother.

I love their music and energy.

“Blessing of the Drivers”

During TFC’s half hour program – between The Brown’s concerts – truck drivers and retired drivers were asked to stand and be recognized. It was wonderful to see many, many drivers standing across the audience. Chaplain Chris (Harrisburg Chapel) prayed for them, asking God to bless and direct their lives.

It was an awesome moment in time – a highlight of the day.

Door prizes for drivers. The boxes are designed and donated by Frank Calaman.

They are filled by Chaplain Jake and Jane Wise – using mostly donated items from local trucking companies.

One crate is sold over the auction, and the other eleven are given to drivers by pulling names from the registration forms.

TFC’s President and CEO, Scott Weidner, waiting in the entry room with his wife, Karen, for his turn on stage.

He gave an interesting ministry update.

Then we were blessed by another forty-five minutes of delightful, fabulous, inspiring gospel music.

I love to the trucks at the end of the day

I took these pictures from our car as I was leaving the grounds – weary but incredibly blessed by the dreary, rainy day.